Quality Technician - The Scotts Company LLC : Job Details

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!Thefor this position at Scotts/Hawthorne will generally fall between $26.45 - 35.85 per hour and is paid weekly. Scotts/Hawthorne will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.We are looking for a Quality Technician to join our Scotts Miracle Gro team in Channahon, IL!The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for completing shift assignments to support the Quality department in a safety and effective manner. Assignments include performing chemical and physical testing per approved methods; data entry and result reporting; completing line audits, material inspections, and completing other tasks as assigned by the Lead technician or department supervisor or manager.What you'll do in this role:

• Execution of chemical and physical analysis per approved methods and protocols. Interpreting results and advising plant operations on results and trends in the data.
• Completion of assigned tasks and responsibilities that include any combination of the following: record keeping, LIMS data, SAP entry, product release, instrument maintenance and repair, supply management, safety and operation training, sample collection, audits, and inspections.
• Support External analysis, R&D.
• Perform housekeeping and safety and environmental tasks.

What you'll need to be successful:

• High school graduate with three years of experience in a lab setting or with two years advanced training degree.
• One to three years of analytical chemistry and instrumentation experience
• Previous experience with quality programs desirable.G.C, HPLC,ICP,AA, Leco, Spectrophotometer,Wet Chemistry Experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of quality concepts and methods (GLP, ISO,GMP, Lean, Six Sigma)
• Knowledge of general analytical testing methods, techniques and instrumentation
• Knowledge of laboratory safety regulations
• Knowledge of fertilizer chemistry
• Ability to make good decisions
• Good interpersonal skills with a customer service attitude.
• Ability to use SAP software
• Ability to provide preventative maintenance and repair to instrumentation
• Ability to lift 50 pounds

What we do for you (just to name a few cool ones):

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, holidays, vacation and sick time benefits available within a month of your start date
• Healthcare navigation, advocacy and support
• 401(k) company match up to 7.5% with immediate participation and vesting
• Ability to purchase company stock at a 15% discounted price from market value
• $600 annual wellness reimbursement program
• Up to $30,000 to help cover the cost of fertility treatments, adoption or surrogacy
• Up to 18 weeks of time away to support your growing family
• To view all of our great benefits, click here!

* Eligibility for the above benefits may vary based on full-time/part-time status or additional factors.Not interested in this role? Stay up to date on future opportunities by joining our ScottsMiracle-Gro and Hawthorne Gardening talent communities.Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace. EEO/AA Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentityNotification to Agencies:Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.